Artwork
Woman with a Vase (La femme au vase)
Woman with a Vase (La femme au vase) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Paul-Albert Besnard. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Woman with a Vase is a print created by Albert Besnard in 1894 using etching and aquatint techniques.
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Overview
Woman with a Vase is a print created by Albert Besnard in 1894 using etching and aquatint techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman seated in a dimly lit room, surrounded by a few objects on a round table, including a large vase. The contrast between light and shadow emphasizes her face and creates a contemplative atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The use of brown ink on brown wove paper, combined with etching and aquatint, produces a soft, muted effect. The techniques allow for a range of tonal values, contributing to the moody, introspective quality of the scene.
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Artist
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
